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FP55 LVU

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

248,303 mi
Last recorded248,303 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 LVU
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 248,303 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 243,800 miles

near side inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2017 236,459 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 7 Aug 2017 236,459 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 183,403 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 180,931 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 176,761 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 176,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 160,208 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 160,205 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

rear doors inside handle missing

Pass 2 Nov 2011 138,538 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2010 118,997 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 91,731 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 71,085 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 71,011 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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FP55 LVU is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP55 LVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP55 LVU registered?

FP55 LVU is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is FP55 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 LVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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